Local Development Plan 3 (LDP3)
LDP3 timetable
We are preparing Local Development Plan 3 (LDP3), which will guide where homes, jobs and services will be built across South Lanarkshire. This page sets out the key stages, when they are happening, and how you can get involved.
You can take part in certain stages by sharing ideas, responding to consultations and following progress as the plan develops. Early input is important and helps shape what goes into the plan.
The table below shows our proposed timetable for the whole Local Development Plan process.
Key stages and dates
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Key stages |
Timetable |
Engagement |
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Development Plan Scheme and Participation Statement (Reviewed and published annually) |
Q2/Q3 2023 - ongoing |
We published a draft Participation Statement seeking the views of the public on how we intended to consult and engage on LDP3, how they thought they could support the plan preparation and what effective forms of engagement would be appropriate. The responses received were reflected in the approved Development Plan Scheme. |
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Local Development Plan 3 formal launch |
Q3 2023 |
Community bodies were contacted and advised about the LPP (Local Place Plan) opportunities and process. |
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Evidence Report |
Q3 2023 to Q4 2025 |
Stakeholder consultation and engagement were key to this stage. Early engagement was carried out to ensure the Evidence Report was informed by the views and lived experience of those who live, work and have an interest in South Lanarkshire. The evidence gathered will inform what to plan for before the Proposed Plan looks at where development should take place. |
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Submission Q4 2025 Approved Q2 2026 |
None by the council. However, the Reporter appointed to carry out the Gate check did ask for further information to aid their assessment of the Evidence Report. |
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Q2 2026 to Q3 2026 |
Publicise the opportunities to comment on the content of the Proposed Local Development Plan by completing online forms. The Call for Ideas and Call for Sites is an invitation open to everyone to propose ideas for any aspect of the new local development plan, including local policy/guidance and land allocations. |
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Proposed Local Development Plan consultation, including the Delivery Programme |
Q2 2026 to Q4 2027 |
Statutory consultation on the Proposed Local Development Plan 3 for a minimum of 12 weeks to allow any representations from stakeholders, including the general public, which seek to make changes to the plan. This stage will include targeted engagement with key stakeholders and communities most affected by the proposals, including properties adjacent to proposed development sites. |
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Modification of the Proposed Local Development Plan |
Q4 2027 to Q1 2028 |
The Regulations state that there is no requirement to invite comment on the Modification Report. |
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Examination |
Q1 2028 |
None by the council. However, the Reporter appointed to carry out the Examination may ask any person for further information to aid their consideration of the proposed plan. Notice of the report and its publication will be sent by the Reporter to anybody who made unresolved representations on the Proposed Plan. |
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Adoption |
Q3 2028 |
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Post-Adoption Monitoring and Delivery Programme |
Q4 2028 |
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